Polytechnic Librarian at the Delta State Polytechnic

Delta State Polytechnic, Otefe-Oghara was established through a bill that was signed into law by Governor James Onanefe Ibori in November 2002. This is the result of a partnership between the Delta State Ministry of Education and Westminster University, London. The partnership gave birth to the Delta State Higher Education Project (DSHEP).  Located in the agricultural town of Otefe in Ethiope West Local Government Area of Delta State.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Polytechnic Librarian

Location: Oghara, Delta
Employment Type: Contract
Duration: 5 Years

Job Description

• The Polytechnic Librarian is a Principal Officer who is responsible to the Rector for the library services of the Polytechnic.
• He/she shall be involved in the smooth running, policy formulation and development of the Polytechnic library.

Requirements
Academic Qualification:

• The candidate must possess a PhD with at least 15 years post-qualification cognate experience or a Master of Legal Studies (MLS) with 18 years post-qualification cognate experience with evidence of registration with the relevant professional library body.
• There must be evidence of journal publications and seminar/conference papers. Such a candidate must have at least published 12 journal articles and 21 conference/seminar papers or five chapters in the standard textbook(s) or two textbooks.

In addition, the candidate must:

• Be a person of proven integrity.
• Be able to provide good leadership quality, inspiration and mentorship for library staff.
• Be intellectually and professionally sound.
• Be focused, innovative and a good team player.
• Must have worked in recognised tertiary institution(s) and attained the rank of Chief Librarian.
• Show evidence of community service.

Required Experience:

• The candidate must have at least 15 years (for PhD holders) or 18 years (for Master of Legal Studies - MLS holders) of cognate experience, with a minimum of five years in a tertiary institution.

Age Limit:

• Applicants who will be above 60 years as of 2nd August 2025 should not apply.
• The successful candidates shortlisted should be 60 years or below at the time of assumption of duty on 3 August 2025.

Computer Literacy:

• Applicants must show evidence of computer literacy and demonstrable ability to use e-Granary, MS Word and other packages in the discharge of duty to ensure effective service delivery in the 21st Century.

Health Condition:

• The applicant must enjoy good health and should be able to cope with the rigours of the office of the Librarian

Duration of Appointment

• The appointment shall be for a single term of 5 years only.

Salary
The salary is consolidated and as approved by the Delta State Government.

Application Closing Date
29th July, 2025.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should submit 20 copies each of their Application letter, CV, and other relevant documents. The CV should include the following information:

• Full name (surname last)
• Date and place of birth
• Permanent home address
• Local government area of origin
• State of origin
• Nationality
• Marital status
• Number and ages of children
• Current address
• E-mail address and GSM number(s)
• Educational institution attended with dates, including qualifications obtained
• Membership/fellow of recognised professional body(s)
• Present employer, post and salary (please attach pay slip)
• Other relevant activities outside current employment
• Major professional achievements/contributions, including awards (if any)
• List of publications with names of journals, conference/seminar papers and dates.
• Community service
• Two recent passports are attached.
• Names and addresses of three (3) referees, one of whom must be professionally competent to assess the applicant.

Applications are to be addressed and submitted in a sealed envelope marked "Post of Polytechnic Librarian" at the top left-hand corner  to:
The Registrar,
Delta State Polytechnic,
P.M.B 03,
Otefe-Oghara,
Delta State, Nigeria.

Note

• The application can be submitted either by hand or by courier service
• Applicants should request their referees to forward their confidential reports directly to the Registrar with the inscription "Post of Polytechnic Librarian" at the left-hand corner of the envelope.
• Not later than six (6) weeks from the date of the publication.
• Only shortlisted candidates shall be acknowledged and invited for the interview.